Akwa Ibom government defends 18-floor Ibom Towers amid criticism

The Akwa Ibom State Government has responded to criticisms following its decision to construct an 18-floor apartment building, Ibom Towers, on Aboyade Cole Street, Lagos. [ad] An online publication had questioned the rationale behind the proposed building, suggesting that the funds should be used to provide food for the people instead. READ MORE: Umo Eno: Taking rural development to dizzying heights In a statement issued by Ekerete Udoh, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Umo Eno, the government clarified the project’s objectives and addressed the media frenzy that ensued. [ad] Udoh explained that the Eno-led administration aims to increase the state’s

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